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Form No. 3429-781 Rev A

VR-2650, VR-3100, and VR-3500
Rammer Compactors

Model No. 68034—Serial No. 404320000 and Up

Model No. 68035—Serial No. 404320000 and Up

Model No. 68036—Serial No. 404320000 and Up

*3429-781* A

Summary of Contents for 68034

Page 1: ...50 VR 3100 and VR 3500 Rammer Compactors Model No 68034 Serial No 404320000 and Up Model No 68035 Serial No 404320000 and Up Model No 68036 Serial No 404320000 and Up Register at www Toro com Original...

Page 2: ...h defects or other reproductive harm Use of this product may cause exposure to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Introduction This mac...

Page 3: ...y and Instructional Decals 5 Product Overview 7 Controls 7 Specifications 9 Operation 9 Preparing to Use the Machine 9 Adding Fuel 9 Checking the Machine Fluid Levels 12 Starting the Engine 12 Shuttin...

Page 4: ...handling fuel They are flammable and vapors are explosive Extinguish all cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of ignition Use only an approved container Do not remove the fuel cap or fill the fue...

Page 5: ...rts If possible do not make adjustments with the engine running Keep all parts in good working condition and all hardware tightened Replace all worn or damaged decals Keep nuts and bolts tight Keep eq...

Page 6: ...e recoil starter 4 Open the choke 5 Warning keep bystanders away when operating the machine 2 Read the Operator s Manual for information on shutting off the engine turn lever to engine stop position 6...

Page 7: ...osition it stops the fuel from flowing to the engine and prevents the engine from running Figure 4 or Figure 5 g023108 Figure 4 Models 68034 and 68035 1 Switch RUN position 3 Stop 2 Switch STOP positi...

Page 8: ...ED position Throttle Lever The throttle lever controls the engine speed When the lever is in the SLOW position the engine runs at idle speed This is also the starting position When you move the lever...

Page 9: ...alone does not provide sufficient eye protection supplement with protective glasses Ensure that you are familiar with safety regulations and shutdown procedures described in the Operator s Manual Ens...

Page 10: ...ed causing a spark which can ignite the fuel vapors A fire or explosion from fuel can burn you and others and can damage property Always place fuel containers on the ground away from your vehicle befo...

Page 11: ...ote A fuel stabilizer conditioner is most effective when mixed with fresh fuel To minimize the chance of varnish deposits in the fuel system use fuel stabilizer at all times Filling the Fuel Tank 1 Pa...

Page 12: ...porting the Machine CAUTION If you tip the machine when the engine on off switch is in the RUN position fuel can leak out of the fuel tank A fuel leak could lead to a fire and cause serious personal i...

Page 13: ...he engine Operating Tips Keep the machine upright so that it contacts the ground with the entire shoe rather than with just the front or back edge of the shoe Allow the machine to do the work pushing...

Page 14: ...ter Check the spring housing oil Check the compactor shoe Remove debris from the machine Every 50 hours Clean the air filter elements more frequently if conditions are dusty or sandy Clean the prefilt...

Page 15: ...urs Replace the paper air filter element more frequently if conditions are dusty or sandy Important Do not operate the engine without the air filter assembly extreme engine damage can occur Note If th...

Page 16: ...Secure the cover housing with the screws Servicing the Air Filter Model 68036 1 Open the latch of the air filter cover Figure 16 g023124 Figure 16 1 Latch 3 Paper element 2 Cover 4 Foam element 2 Remo...

Page 17: ...ure that it does not fall over 3 Clean around the oil dipstick 4 Remove the dipstick and wipe the end clean 5 Slide the dipstick fully into the dipstick tube without threading it into the filler neck...

Page 18: ...ng Housing Oil Oil Type 4 cycle engine oil that meets or exceeds the requirements for API service category SJ SL SM or higher Capacity 0 47 L 15 89 fl oz Viscosity SAE 10W 30 is recommended for genera...

Page 19: ...pring Housing page 19 10 Install and torque the oil sight plug to 54 N m 39 8 ft lb Important Allow the oil to settle for at least 2 minutes after standing the machine upright before starting the engi...

Page 20: ...r usually means that the air cleaner is dirty Important Do not clean the spark plug Always replace the spark plug when it has a black coating worn electrodes an oily film or cracks g023105 Figure 24 1...

Page 21: ...e can significantly impair the efficiency and performance of the machine Therefore it is important to make frequent checks of the condition of the compactor shoe for leaks and cracks Figure 25 g020338...

Page 22: ...oil into the spark plug hole 12 Pull the recoil starter handle slowly to crank the engine and distribute the oil inside the cylinder 13 Install the spark plug but do not install the wire on the spark...

Page 23: ...is empty 4 Fill the tank with fresh fuel 5 The spark plug wire is loose or disconnected 5 Connect the spark plug wire The engine does not start 6 The spark plug is fouled or improperly gapped 6 Corre...

Page 24: ...to restaurants grocery stores hotels schools and hospitals and on a wide variety of products Additionally some online and mail order retailers provide Prop 65 warnings on their websites or in catalogs...